Are you passionate about supporting young people? Join us in making a meaningful difference to the wellbeing and futures of Queensland students by working as a mental health clinician within school communities, where you'll provide compassionate, school-based mental health and wellbeing support that helps students feel safe, connected, and emotionally supported.
Locations
Metropolitan South Region - Brisbane South, Brisbane West, Bayside (including islands), Ipswich, and Laidley district areas. School Types: Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools.
Employment Type
Full-time and part-time positions available.
About the Role
Metropolitan South Region is seeking qualified Social Workers with a passion for supporting students, families, and school communities. As a key member of a multi-disciplinary wellbeing team, you'll work directly with children to build their social and emotional skills, while also providing responsive support to those experiencing urgent needs. This role is part of the Department of Education's Wellbeing Workforce, delivering evidence‐based therapeutic interventions to students and families with mild to moderate mental health concerns. You'll also play a vital role in connecting families to external services and empowering them to support their child's emotional development.
Responsibilities
* Provide evidence‐based therapeutic support to students with mild to moderate mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, crisis and relationship concerns.
* Assess student wellbeing and mental health needs to inform appropriate interventions.
* Deliver individual and group counselling and therapeutic supports to students and families.
* Provide support and ensure safety plans within the school context are implemented for students who are self‐harming and/or at risk of suicide.
* Apply knowledge of the mental health continuum to identify when external support is required and facilitate referrals to community agencies.
* Work collaboratively with school leadership and student support teams to inform student support planning, and provide advice to teachers supporting students' mental health in the classroom.
* Develop referral and case management processes to support delivery of the service.
* Coordinate referrals, contribute to case management processes, and liaise with external stakeholders.
* Provide advice and guidance to families to support student wellbeing.
* Support school communities following critical incidents and emergencies as part of the school response team.
Benefits
* Flexible work options: part‐time and full‐time roles.
* 12.5% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
* $1,800 annual professional development allowance (pro‐rata).
* Standard work week of 361⁄4 hours.
* Opportunities to expand hours across multiple school sites.
* Consideration for future vacancies across the region.
* Supervision provided to meet AASW CPD requirements.
* Access to ongoing professional development and tailored support.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualifications in Social Work.
* Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
* Strong prioritisation skills and a flexible, student‐centred approach.
* Commitment to inclusive, community‐driven wellbeing practices.
* Social workers who have a current QLD drivers' licence.
Application Process
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
* Attach a written statement (2‐page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
Occupational group Education & Training
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